Hardcover - 177 pages (July 1998)
Howell Book House

A big, complete book for the more serious cockatiel enthusiast, including the most recent information from the University of California-Davis research colony of cockatiels on nutrition, behavior and breeding. Topics include choosing a bird, choosing a veterinarian, nutrition and feeding, water, daily care, enclosure design and placement, socialization and play, treats, toys, training, safety concerns, medical emergencies, communication and behavior, breeding, and a selection of stories from cockatiel owners.

Hardcover - 126 pages (August 1997)
Macmillan General Reference

Julie Rach, former editor of Bird Talk magazine offers the most up-to-date health, care, and training information on the cockatiel, America's second most popular pet bird.

Cockatiels for Dummies (For Dummies)
by Diane Grindol

Paperback - 216 pages (June 2001)
John Wiley & Sons

Find out about raising and living with your pet cockatiel
The information you need to enjoy your cockatiel The cockatiel's gentle nature and captivating personality encourage you to form close and lasting relationships with these diminutive members of the parrot family. With tips on dealing with the cockatiel's breeding and nesting behaviors to advice on feeding, housing, and training, this useful guide will have you singing for more.

Discover how to: Select a healthy cockatiel Provide a suitable indoor environment Supply a satisfying and nutritious diet Train your cockatiel Communicate through body language Interpret your bird's moods

The Dummies Way™ Explanations in plain English "Get in, get out" information Icons and other navigational aids Tear-out cheat sheet Top ten lists A dash of humor and fun

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Paperback - 241 pages (April 15, 1999)
PBIC, Inc. (Pet Bird Information Council)

The Companion Parrot Handbook is a remarkably complete, up-to-date guide for the parrot owner, including information on everything from the fundamentals of successful parrot keeping to valuable advice on preventing and solving behavioral problems. A sampling of topics covered include choosing a parrot, skills to teach a parrot, converting parrots to a healthier diet, what to do if a parrot flies away, and how to travel with a parrot. Ms. Blanchard provides excellent guidance, gained from over 20 years as an avian behavior consultant, regarding basic behavioral concepts and the methods that can be used to live long and happily with a companion parrot. Specifically, her information and techniques serve to build trust between parrots and their owners. Illustrations, done by both Sally Blanchard and Jeff Riebe, serve to help create an exceptionally humorous and insightful publication. This book is written so that it can be read in one of two ways. It can be read from start to finish or used as a reference to look up specific topics, such as "First Aid for Broken Blood Feathers", "Towel Training", or "Excessive Screaming". It is a "must have" for anyone who has a parrot in the home or who may be thinking of adopting a first parrot.

Paperback - 144 pages (March 1993)
Barrons Educational Series

Parrot owners and prospective owners will find practical solutions to numerous parrot behavior problems such as screaming, biting, and feather chewing in this helpful book which also features information on bathing, grooming, communication, selection of accessories, and safe interactions with other pets and children. Includes dozens of full-color photos and detailed drawings.

Hardcover - 216 pages (May 1998)
Macmillan General Reference

This wide-ranging work on training parrot-family birds in good manners and for trick behaviors is directed at enhancing the bird/owner relationship to its highest possible potential. The book's eight chapters include topics ranging from basic training needs to an explanation of parrot responses. Bonnie Munro Doane is a familiar writer and authority on all phases of modern aviculture.

Hardcover - 264 pages (February 1995)
Howell Book House

My Parrot, My Friend is easily read and understood. The book addresses problems that all bird owners have had to deal with, along with easily followed directions for helping the bird to correct these problems.

Hardcover - 208 pages (November 1998)
Howell Book House

The fact that many birds learn to talk (and know what they're saying!) is proof that birds are not just a pretty addition to the living room. Bird owners know that their pets have unique personalities and that they demonstrate their thoughts and feelings. This book explains why birds behave the way that they do, how to recognize behaviors that indicate boredom, stress or poor health and how to work with a pet bird to modify undesirable conduct.